Description
Looking for a quick, easy dinner idea that bursts with bold flavor? These Asian Sesame Noodles are your answer. This fast and flavorful noodle dish blends soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and a touch of sweetness with tender noodles and crisp veggies. Perfect as a healthy snack, simple lunch, or even a cold noodle salad, this easy recipe is endlessly versatile and ready in under 30 minutes — the ideal choice for busy weeknights or laid-back meal prep.
Ingredients
8 oz spaghetti or lo mein noodles
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 teaspoons brown sugar or honey
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, brown sugar or honey, garlic, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
3. Heat a bit of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the red bell peppers for 2–3 minutes until slightly tender.
4. Add the cooked noodles to the skillet. Pour in the sauce and toss well with tongs to evenly coat. Heat through for 1–2 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving. Enjoy warm or cold.
Notes
Taste the sauce before adding — you can adjust the sweetness or spice as needed.
Rinse noodles with cold water after boiling to prevent sticking.
Double the sauce if adding protein or more vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: easy dinner, quick noodles, healthy snack, Asian recipe, sesame noodles, dinner ideas, cold noodles